Antique Suzani Nordic Rug

Suzani imagery in soft blue and red, featuring circles, pomegranates, and geometric protective symbols.

Suzanis are embroidered textiles from Central Asia, with motifs that carry their own specific meaning: circles represent eternity, pomegranates fertility, and geometric shapes protection. Louis De Poortere translates this visual language into a vibrant flatweave.

Is the rug washable and suitable for outdoor use?

The rug can be machine-washed at 30°C, and the colors remain vibrant for a long time. Small sizes fit in a home washing machine, while large rugs are best washed in a commercial-sized machine. It is just as suitable for the living room as it is for the patio, balcony, or conservatory and is compatible with underfloor heating. The backing has an anti-slip coating. In high-traffic areas, we recommend an additional anti-slip underlay.

How thick is the rug?

It is only 3 mm thick. The rug is flat-woven like a kilim and has no pile. This allows it to lie flush under doors and furniture, collect less dust, and be folded for transport or storage. If you are looking for a thick, soft high-pile rug, this is not the right choice for you. In return, you get a clean, low-maintenance surface.

What is the rug made of?

The rug is made from a single material: polyester, of which 70% is recycled PET (rPET). The recycled content increases every year (20% in 2023, 40% in 2025, 70% in 2026), with the ultimate goal being 100%. Because no material blends are used, the rug can be fully recycled at the end of its life. Louis De Poortere developed and patented the weaving technique in its own development department in Mouscron.

What happens to the rug when it has served its purpose?

Once the rug has reached the end of its life, you can scan the QR code on the back, and Louis De Poortere will collect it free of charge. Well-preserved rugs are resold, while all others are processed into new polyester yarn.

Who manufactures the rug?

Louis De Poortere is a fourth-generation Belgian family business that has been weaving rugs since 1929. Every rug is created in their own production facility in Belgium.